Emotional issues
In addition to routine CFS symptoms, people with CFS may face emotional issues besides their symptoms such as:
••Problems coping with variable and unpredictable symptoms
••Uncertainty about the future of their personal health
••Feeling guilty, abandoned, and lonely
The following life changes can result from having CFS:
••Loss of independence, livelihood, and financial security
••Changes in relationships with family and friends
••A decrease in stamina that interferes with activities of daily living
••Memory and concentration problems that seriously impact work or school performance
It is normal for people with CFS to feel overwhelmed. However, in order to feel better, people should seek support to work through their emotions.